King Hussein International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 51m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About King Hussein International Airport
King Hussein International Airport, Arabic: مطارالملك الحسين الدولي,, also informally known as Aqaba Airport, is a minor international airport located in the vicinity of a northern suburb of Aqaba, Jordan. It is the country's sole other scheduled commercial airport besides the much larger Queen Alia International Airport in Amman.
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Live weather
OJAQNOTAMs
OJAQReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 9,855 ft / 3,004 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.200 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| MISC | CIVIL DEFENSE | 121.600 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(4)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: N (from about 0°), on 69% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 53% | 96 ft | |
| Feb | 49% | 310 ft | |
| Mar | 50% | 758 ft | |
| Apr | 51% | 1,434 ft | |
| May | 51% | 2,011 ft | |
| Jun | 67% | 2,486 ft | |
| Jul | 76% | 2,777 ft | |
| Aug | 78% | 2,733 ft | |
| Sep | 74% | 2,322 ft | |
| Oct | 66% | 1,691 ft | |
| Nov | 54% | 1,023 ft | |
| Dec | 55% | 355 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~96–2,777 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from King Hussein International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for King Hussein International Airport?
The ICAO code for King Hussein International Airport is OJAQ, and its IATA code is AQJ.
Where is King Hussein International Airport located?
King Hussein International Airport is large airport located in Aqaba, Jordan, at an elevation of 175 ft (53 m).
How many runways does King Hussein International Airport have?
King Hussein International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,855 ft / 3,004 m.
Which airlines fly to King Hussein International Airport?
Airlines historically serving King Hussein International Airport include Royal Jordanian, Turkish Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from King Hussein International Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from King Hussein International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is King Hussein International Airport in?
King Hussein International Airport is in the Asia/Amman time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at King Hussein International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at King Hussein International Airport is approximately 4.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near King Hussein International Airport?
The nearest airport to King Hussein International Airport is Ramon International Airport (ETM), about 6.9 nm to the n, followed by Taba International Airport and Ovda Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. King Hussein International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.